Liff v. Schildkrout
New York Court of Appeals
49 N.Y.2d 622 (1980)

- Written by Josh Lee, JD
Facts
The plaintiff sought to recover damages from the defendant for loss of consortium as a result of the plaintiff’s spouse’s death.
Rule of Law
Issue
Holding and Reasoning (Jasen, J.)
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